I of course love weddings. The best part of a wedding to me is when I see the bride in her wedding gown. Hear are some tips to think about before purchasing your bridal gown. One should not try to purchase a gown just because it is trendy. Five-to-10 years down the road you'll be happy that you didn't because you’ll realize that everyone else wore the same gown. Start by staying true to your heart and who you are when looking for a bridal gown.

Always consider your proportions when you're looking at accessories. If you're a smaller size woman you may not want a full length cathedral veil. Another tip to remember is you should never want to wear something that outshines you. When looking for accessories don’t purchase accessories that will be overwhelming you will want your family and friends to see a balanced and beautiful bride.

If you're looking for shoes remember to get something comfortable if you are wearing the same pair all night . There are a lot of really great fun styles you can change into, like flip-flops' with little crystal rhinestones or even the flat ballet slippers.

If you like the style of romance the designer Elana Donovan Mauer works with the dream style type of gowns. Her gowns will make you feel like a princess. If you want to add a splash of color to your gown. Alfred Angelo is a great place to start. The Alfred Angelo collection has over 55 shades for your sash , trim, or accent on your train.